Lesson 1Lower limb sequences: proximal-to-distal clearing, thigh sweeping toward inguinal region, calf pumps, ankle decongestion techniquesThis section shows ordered lower body flows, stressing from center to end clearing, thigh sweeps to groin area, calf pumps, and ankle clearing, while guarding joints, veins, and soft tissues in drainage.
Proximal clearing before distal workThigh sweeping toward inguinal regionCalf pump techniques and directionsAnkle and dorsum of foot decongestionAdjustments for varicose and fragile veinsLesson 2Core stroke categories: stationary circles, pumps, coils, scoops, and rhythmic sliding—biomechanics and intended effectThis section names main stroke types in Brazilian lymphatic drainage, like fixed circles, pumps, coils, scoops, and steady slides, explaining body mechanics, hand touch, and body aims for each.
Stationary circles: contact and directionPump strokes: amplitude and recoilCoils and scoops for curved regionsRhythmic sliding along lymph pathwaysMatching stroke choice to tissue needsLesson 3Use of positioning and gravity: supine, semi-Fowler, side-lying and prone positioning to facilitate directional flowThis section explains using body place and pull of earth to aid lymph flow, comparing back-lying, half-up, side-lying, and face-down spots, and noting props, angles, and shifts for ease and clearing.
Supine positioning and leg elevationSemi-Fowler for abdominal comfortSide-lying for flanks and lateral thighProne work with airway and breast careSafe transitions between positionsLesson 4Pressure, rhythm, and timing parameters: quantitative guidance on force (very light to light), stroke duration, strokes per area, and treatment pacingThis section gives measure guides on push, beat, and time, with push levels, stroke length, strokes per spot, and speed, to steady sessions while fitting each client's needs.
Defining very light and light pressureRecommended stroke counts per regionOptimal stroke duration and cadenceSession pacing and regional time splitsMonitoring fatigue in hands and clientLesson 5Adapting techniques for sensitive, swollen, or fibrotic tissue: reduced pressure, increased frequency, and slower rhythmsThis section teaches changing methods for tender, swollen, or hard tissue, with less push, more repeats, slower beats, and close watch to dodge pain, flares, or more lymph buildup.
Identifying sensitivity and edema patternsPressure scales for fragile tissuesSlower rhythms and shorter sequencesStrategies for fibrotic or adherent areasWhen to stop and refer to a physicianLesson 6Combining drainage with contouring: sequencing to prioritize lymph clearance before shaping, safe transition strokesThis section details mixing shaping with drainage, putting lymph clearing first before shaping, naming safe shift strokes, and dodging overload or stop while keeping beauty aim and client safety.
Order of drainage versus shaping strokesRules for safe transition strokesLinking regional sequences into a flowAvoiding lymphatic overload during shapingAdapting plans to client aesthetic goalsLesson 7Specific maneuvers for abdominal drainage: diaphragmatic facilitation, centripetal scoops, para-umbilical sweeping toward inguinal nodesThis section focuses on belly drainage moves, with breath base aid, center pulls, and belly-side sweeps to groin nodes, minding depth, beat, and organ safety for good clearing.
Palpation of abdominal tension patternsDiaphragmatic release and breathing cuesCentripetal scoops toward main collectorsPara-umbilical sweeping to inguinal nodesContraindications and red-flag symptomsLesson 8Gluteal and flank shaping techniques: superficial feathering, longitudinal shaping strokes, and connective-tissue modulation without compressive forceThis section looks at butt and side shaping methods that honour lymph ways, using light feather touch, long shaping strokes, and soft tissue change without pressing force that blocks lymph.
Mapping gluteal and flank drainage pathsSuperficial feathering for contouringLongitudinal shaping strokes and rhythmGentle fascial modulation without painBlending shaping with drainage exitsLesson 9Palpation-guided adjustments: reading tissue response, assessing refill times, and modifying stroke directionThis section builds touch-led choices, training to read tissue reply, check refill time, and change stroke way, depth, and beat live to keep drainage strong and easy.
Baseline palpation and tissue mappingAssessing lymph refill and emptyingSigns of excessive pressure or speedChanging stroke direction with findingsDocumenting responses for next sessionsLesson 10Inguinal and pelvic node preparation: gentle node-stretching, clearing sequences, and positioning considerationsThis section explains readying groin and deep nodes with soft stretch and clearing, using safe client spots to best lymph entry, guard parts, and make good drainage path for lower belly and legs.
Surface anatomy of inguinal and pelvic nodesClient draping and exposure boundariesHand placement and body mechanicsGentle node-stretching and releaseShort clearing sequences before drainage
